Imagine waking up and seeing your alarm clock, or going about each day without the hassle of contact lens cases, messy solutions and dry eyes. Visualize a world that you can fully see, all the time.
Laser vision correction is helping people who are 21 years of age or older, are nearsighted or farsighted or have astigmatism. “Refractive surgery” is the term used to describe surgical procedures that correct common vision problems to reduce dependence on prescription eyeglasses and/or contact lenses. The procedure uses a precision laser to reshape the cornea enabling light entering the eye to properly focus onto the retina for clearer vision.
People with myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism can benefit from laser vision correction. LASIK does not correct presbyopia which is the need for reading glasses. After age 40 you will still need reading glasses at some point. Other common attributes of a good LASIK candidate are illustrated below.
The only way to know for sure if you are a candidate is to have a free consultation. Dr. Carlson will present you with your options including LASIK, LASEK, or PRK, and give you the information you need to select the procedure that is best for you and your vision. You will also have an opportunity to meet with our patient care coordinator to schedule a procedure if you are ready to proceed with laser vision correction.
Claris Eye Surgery & LASIK has a world-class team that carefully crafts vision correction solutions tailored to each of our patient’s needs. Dr. Carlson has conducted thousands of surgeries, helping people eliminate their need for glasses for over 20 years. He uses Contoura® Vision which enhances the results of LASIK providing a more personalized and precise outcome.
Dr. Carlson utilizes the WaveLight Refractive Suite which includes the Alcon WaveLight® EX500 Wavefront Optimized Excimer laser, the Ziemer LDV Femtosecond laser, and Contoura® topography-guided system.
What will LASIK cost?
We have an all-inclusive price at Claris Eye Care & LASIK. The cost of your procedure includes:
We will not fluctuate your cost based on the amount of nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism you have. We use the same advanced technology on all our patients, and because of the technology and precise steps we take before and after your surgery, we do not need to sell you a “warranty” or “guarantee” for the services we provide.
Contoura® LASIK, LASEK or PRK cost for both eyes: $3950
Although this is elective surgery, this is still a medical procedure. Other facilities may try to lure patients in with coupons, price matching or other bargains but that isn’t how we operate. You are not just a number to us. We provide the highest level of individualized patient care at every visit to ensure the best surgical outcome for you. We keep our price comparable to other facilities offering similar services and advanced technology. We encourage you to meet our team and see for yourself why “The Choice is Clear” when it comes to your eyes!
Before LASIK eye surgery, Dr. Carlson will perform a thorough eye exam to ensure your eyes are healthy enough for the procedure. He will evaluate:
The surgical process is comprised of five main steps:
There are a few things to expect after the procedure is finished. Some blurry vision and haziness immediately after surgery are normal, however, clarity should improve by the very next morning. Your eyesight should continue to improve and stabilize over the first week, although in some cases it may take several weeks or longer.
Most patients are able to go to work the next day. You will need to use medicated drops and artificial tears during your post-operative healing time. It is recommended not to swim or use a hot tub for two weeks after surgery.
Most people achieve 20/20 vision or better after their surgery, but LASIK results do vary. Some people may achieve only 20/40 vision or less, and may still need to wear glasses or contact lenses following laser vision correction, though your prescription level typically will be much lower than before.
While the LASIK procedure itself has an excellent safety profile, post-surgery issues can occur, such as infection, dry eye or night glare (starbursts, halos or rainbows that are most noticeable when you’re viewing lights at night, such as while you’re driving). Fewer than 3% of people will need a LASIK enhancement, or “touch up” procedure, a few months after the primary surgery to achieve ideal visual acuity.
Most medical fields deal with their share of common myths, including ophthalmology. When it comes to Laser Vision Correction surgery (LASIK), there are a number of myths we’ve encountered over the years that we feel should be addressed.
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